2011
Smirkus’ makes news with Frontpage Follies as Pulitzer Prizewinning journalist Dan Barry visits the Big Top Tour for The New York Times, and Smirkus is highlighted by the influential parenting blog CoolMomPicks.com. Our Residency Program reaches a record number of school children. Smirkus administrators initiate a cultural and artistic exchange with the National Circus School of Cuba. Smirkus documentary Circus Dreams wins awards at national and international film festivals!